Overview

Successful graduates of the program will be prepared to sit for the CPA Common Final Examination (CFE). In addition to gaining in-depth knowledge of all sub-disciplines that constitute the broad field of accounting, they will have deepened their expertise in two of the program’s areas of specialized electives: tax, assurance and performance management.

Depending on your background and goals, the MAcc offers multiple pathways to success. Learn more about the MAcc’s Diploma programs below, or visit the Admissions page to identify the path for you.

Career Opportunities

The Schulich Master of Accounting program will provide you with the critical thinking and business acumen required to make informed accounting decisions. Whether you pursue the CPA designation or a career in accounting, this intensive program will allow you to launch your career in the field of accounting.

Throughout the Accounting programme from York University, you will also have access to the Centre for Career Design (CCD). As Schulich’s in-house team of certified Career Coaches and Industry Advisors, the CCD offers a wealth of innovative programs, resources and individualized coaching to help you launch your career. Meet alumni, recruiters and industry leaders at corporate information sessions and other CCD events and enjoy online access to the very best career tools available.

Recruiters value the technical and accounting skills MAcc graduate possess, paired with their knowledge of legal, regulatory and governance frameworks. Accountants are hired in various functions, such as financial accounting, management accounting, cost accounting, tax planning, estate planning and auditing.

Accreditation

Accredited by CPA Ontario (Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario) and the ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Intermediate Financial Accounting

Financial Reporting and Analysis

Advanced Management Accounting

Auditing Standards & Applications

Income Taxation

Multi-competency Case Analysis for Accountants

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-12 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-09-06 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

B

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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135

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students with a four year non-Canadian degree interested in the Master of Accounting program must first complete the Diploma in Intermediate Accounting (DIAc). The DIAc is an 8-month graduate diploma to bring internationally educated students up to speed on Canadian accounting and tax practices for the MAcc.
This program is 8 months in duration beginning in the summer term (May each year). If you complete the DIAc with a B average and no grade lower than C, you would be eligible to continue on to the Master of Accounting program, entering at Term 2. This would be a seamless transition. Completion of the MAcc would require a further 8 months of study at the end of which, you would be eligible to write the CFE.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

41648 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20824 CAD per semester during 18 months.
National

18022 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9011 CAD per semester during 18 months.

Living costs for Toronto

1502 - 2563 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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